1. U.S. Marines Enlist ASPCA in Dog Evaluations
In response to a U.S. Marine Corps’ breed ban that would attempt to keep aggressive dogs off military bases, ASPCA behaviorists assessed more than 100 canines this week in an effort to keep military families and their dogs together. Read more... 
http://www.aspca.org/news/national/10-09-09.html

 2. ASPCA Happy Tails: A Home of One’s Own
This five-pound survivor of a poodle hoarding situation has left her crowded quarters for nightly cuddles and a place to call her own. Read more...
http://www.aspca.org/news/national/10-09-09.html#2

3. Herd of Emaciated Arabian Horses Seized from Texas Ranch
The ASPCA awarded $10,000 to the Humane Society of North Texas to help care for 77 purebred Arabian horses found starving in their stalls. Read more...
http://www.aspca.org/news/national/10-09-09.html#3

4. Hiking Safely with Your Dog
A hiking trail isn’t your average walk around the block—these simple tips will help keep you and your pet safe on outdoor adventures. Read more...
http://www.aspca.org/news/national/10-09-09.html#4

1. Is Swine Flu Dangerous to Dogs and Cats?
Influenza viruses such as H1N1 are notoriously unpredictable, say ASPCA vets. It is important that pet parents keep watch over their animal companion’s health. Read what ASPCA veterinarians have to say about pets catching swine flu and how to keep them healthy during flu season. Read more... 
http://www.aspca.org/news/national/10-02-09.html#1

 2. ASPCA Happy Tails: Living the High Life
From the mean streets of NYC to a leafy Connecticut town, this ex-pauper left loneliness and hunger behind to become the king of tummy rubs.  Read more...
http://www.aspca.org/news/national/10-02-09.html#2

3. Severely Neglected Kittens Rescued from Brooklyn Home
After receiving life-saving blood transfusions at the ASPCA Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital, three emaciated kittens rescued by our Humane Law Enforcement Agents are recovering and getting ready for adoption. Read more...
http://www.aspca.org/news/national/10-02-09.html#3

4. Fall in Love! ASPCA Adopt-A-Shelter Dog Photo Contest
October’s your chance to show us who stole your pooch’s heart—besides you, that is. Be it cat, bird, guinea pig or horse, send us a photo of your pooch hanging with his best pal. Deadline is October 31. Read more...
http://www.aspca.org/news/national/10-02-09.html#4

*DOG TIP*

Yeast Infections in Dog's Ears

I spent hundreds of dollars at the vet's office and couldn't find the source of my dog's ear problems. Someone suggested it might be a yeast infection and to try a cream for vaginal yeast infection. Used one of the over-the-counter creams for one day treatment and put it in every day till almost gone. Problem has not come back. (Note: Always check with your veterinarian before trying or administering any procedure not prescribed by a qualified veterinarian. We make no representation that this or any other tip is advisable for your animal.)

*CAT TIP*

Kittens are cute, but consider adopting an adult cat whi is more likely to be calm and may have already lived in a household with other animals or children.